Prayers for Eli Gold

[BamaBoySince89]

I know he was battling orthopedic issues that sidelined him this past season and now he has been diagnosed with a treatable form of cancer. Prayers for him and hope first and foremost he’s healthy and can get back in the booth next fall.

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[Go Bama]

I wonder what kind of cancer Eli has?

Treatable does not mean curable. I also wonder if Eli knows the difference.

 

[RTR_UA#1]

I sure missed hearing Eli this past season.... I sure hope he can beat this cancer.... Whether he comes back to the booth or not.

 

[crimsonaudio]

Great news!

 

[JayBama_in_PCOLA]

I was about to say. He is scheduled to come back this fall.

 

[Ledsteplin]

I really missed Eli. Hope he does make it back this fall.

 

[GrayTide]

Praying for Eli.

 

[Tide&True]

Eli is the John Forney of this generation.

 

[CajunCrimson]

Is that’s pro wrestling’s Jim Ross?

 

[bvandegraff]

Is that’s pro wrestling’s Jim Ross?

The one and only. He's a major Oklahoma fan and very connected in CFB circles. Also, that's great news about Eli! Chris Stewart filled in most ably and is undoubtedly the future Voice of the Crimson Tide, but I'd like Eli to wrap up his run on his own terms.

 

[Tidelines]

We love you Eli. Get well fast we miss you.

 

[Bazza]

This is great news!


“No cancer,” Gold told WNSP’s Mark Heim. “I was free and clear of cancer. … Now, it’s just a matter of getting stronger and being ready for the start of the season.”

Alabama radio voice Eli Gold announces he is cancer-free after latest PET scan

Eli Gold shared encouraging news on his health.

www.saturdaydownsouth.com

 

[Power Eye]

Not having Eli or Cecil Hurt last season just felt weird. I hope we are really getting Eli back to call the games.

 

[Tidelines]

Lining up to be a special first game having Eli back.

 

[Padreruf]

With my cancer in CR -- complete remission -- I can tell you that it rarely leaves your mind, except when you are engaged in something so fully that you do not have time to think about it. Announcing the games will do that for Eli. Prayers.

 

[CHATTBRIT]

Eli so sorry you are having to go through health issues and I pray God gives you strength to endure them and to help your physician heal you. I do miss your commentary on a Saturday but that is only secondary to your getting better.

 

[We_are_Bama]

It will be so good having Eli back this fall. As someone said, it was just weird not having Eli or Cecil around this past season. That's just too much change too quickly. Nothing against Chris Stewart, but there just won't ever be another Eli. It's interesting how Eli was brought in the late 1988 to take the season the rest of the way after John Forney's return didn't work out as planned. And from there, he became the voice of Alabama Football. I felt bad for John. He was brought back after Paul Kennedy was let go. He was simply amazing in his day, but by the late 80's, he had lost a step or two. But, it ultimately turned out to be a passing of the torch.

 

[Bazza]

Nick Saban thrilled for return of Alabama broadcaster Eli Gold

Nick Saban had warm wishes for Gold's family.

www.saturdaydownsouth.com

“I love Eli. He’s been with us for a long time. He’s kind of a part of the tradition around here with the expectation of being the voice of the Crimson Tide Network in a lot of ways. Whether it’s the radio show or whatever it is, I’m just happy for his family that he’s getting healthier and he’s able to get around. I’m excited to have him back because I love working with him.”

 

[dtgreg]

A couple of months ago, if that, I heard his first words on the radio since he's gone through all this. He was saying how "he'd be back for football this season" in the weakest whisper and I thought to myself "there's no way." I truly cannot believe how (relatively) great he sounds now and I'm SO looking forward to hearing him in the opener. Man, he's a fighter. I truly think the process and compressed timeline of rehabbing to get back has helped (and speeded) his recovery greatly.

 

[bamamc1]

John Parker is being replaced due to taking a position with the NIL collective. Eli would only say that his new partner is a “former quarterback.” I thought JP did a good job. I have no idea who the replacement will be. RTR my friends.